Grab your friends and head for the sandy Beach Volleyball courts. Find a pickup game or sign up for a tournament.

Boaters can tie up at the Day Dock for free and explore the Riverwalk, or enjoy downtown attractions such as the museum, theater, galleries, and restaurants.

With its colorful splash fountain and playgrounds, the Family Fun Zone is one of the most popular features of the Riverwalk. Adults can relax on the shady benches while kids romp nearby on the jungle gym and splashpad.

The Manatee River is known for its variety of native fish, including snook, redfish, and trout. The Fishing Pier is one of the best spots in the area for anglers.

The Flex Lawn is available for wellness classes such as yoga and tai chi, and for relaxing with friends and family.

With its wide expanse of soft grass, the Great Lawn is a space for casual activities like picnicking and river gazing, as well as organized events such as exercise classes and art shows.

At the 400-seat Mosaic Amphitheater, visitors can enjoy live entertainment such as plays, concerts, community programs, and school performances.

The shaded Outdoor Living Rooms are furnished with comfortable seating, and offer a peaceful place to hang out, relax, and enjoy a view of the river.

The large open space of the Event Area is perfect for music festivals and special events.

The Regatta Plaza is the perfect spot for drum circles, kite flying, and special events. Visitors can view boat races and other water-based events here.

The award-winning ‘Team Pain Skate Parks’ designed and constructed the riverfront skatepark.

The Tidal Discovery Zone offers up-close observation of the ecosystem along our river’s edge.

The Tower Plaza, with its dramatic decorative tower, is surrounded by pavers shaped in a compass rose. This is an open space for festivities, people-watching, and special gatherings.